Shamrock 750 750 mm focal length, motorized, Czerny-Turner Spectrograph
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Features and Benefits
•Pre-aligned,pre-calibrateddetector& spectrograph Motorized, individually factory-calibrated systems – out-of-the-box operation and seamless integration to experimental set-ups
• USB2.0interface Plug and play connectivity, ideal for laptop operation alongside Andor USB cameras
• Motorized,indexedtriplegratingturret Easily upgradable in-the-field
•Dualdetectoroutputs For extended wavelength coverage when combining Andor UV-Visible CCD and InGaAs cameras Compatible with Andor’s range of CCD, ICCD & EMCCD cameras
•Multi-trackenhancedoption
Optimizes system performance for low cross-talk,
high density multi-leg fibre signal acquisition
•Widerangeofaccessoriesavailable The ultimate in modular set-up and in-field upgradability, including:
- Motorized slits & filter wheel - Microscope interfaces - Shutters - Fibre-optic & lens couplers - Multi-way fibre-optic bundles - Light sources and optics
•Monochromatorcapabilities Extract best optical resolution while allowing use of single point detectors with sensitivity up to 12 μm
•Silver-protectedcoatedopticsoptions Most efficient for Near-Infrared detection when used in conjunction with Andor InGaAs cameras and single point detectors InGaAs, PbS, InSb & MCT
High resolution performance spectrograph
The Shamrock 750 offers the highest resolution of the Shamrock family, but is also well
suited for application requiring multi-track capabilities. This rugged platform features a
comprehensive range of light coupling accessories and gratings, and combines ideally
with Andor’s market leading CCD, Electron Multiplying CCDs, InGaAs and Intensified
CCDs. Andor’s latest addition of single point detectors for scanning monochromator
applications up to the LWIR (12 μm) enhances even further the capabilities of this
system. State-of-the-art Solis Spectroscopy and Solis Scanning software offer a
dedicated and intuitive interfaces for spectrograph, detectors and motorized accessory
control as well as easy detection parameter set-up.
Spectroscopy
Specifications Summary
ResolutionwithNewtonDU940CCD
1200 l/mm @ 500 nm
2400 l/mm @ 300 nm
0.04nm
0.02nm
Aperture F/9.7
FocalLength 750mm
Magnification
(Vertical@centreofCCD) 1
Gratings Interchangeableindexedtripleturret
Slitwidthrange(input/output) ManualorMotorized10µmto2.5mm
Communication USB2.0
WavelengthAccuracy 0.03mm
WavelengthRepeatability 10pm
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Step-by-Step System ConfigurationHow to customize the Shamrock 750 :
Step 1.Chassis
configuration
Step 4.2nd output portconfiguration
Step 2.Resolution
&band-pass
a) Select combination of input and output ports (see page 3 for available options). b) Select type of optics coating required (aluminium + MgF2 is standard, protected silver coated optics available on request for NIR detection). c) Select purge port option (for extended detection below 180 nm), and shutter for background acquisition and detectors protection.
Step 1. - Chassis configuration
a) Select the appropriate Shamrock spectrograph platform, giving due consideration to bandpass and spectral range requirement. b) Select gratings and detector to fulfil resolution requirements. c) Select gratings for suitable wavelength coverage.
Step 2. - Resolution & band-pass
Refer to accessory tree for available configurations (direct coupling, fibre coupling or 3rd party hardware connectivity).
Step 3. - Input light coupling interface
Select either state-of-the-art Solis software or Software Development Kit (SDK) option – please refer to appropriate section for further information.
Step 5. - Software interface
Refer to accessory tree for available configurations, including camera flanges.
Step 4. - 2nd exit port configuration
Step 3.Input light
coupling interfaces
Sideoutput
Sideinput
Directoutput
Directinput
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Chassis Accessories
Purge Connector (SR-ASM-8040)
USB Cable (Standard)
Shutters•2 (SR-SHT-9002)
Additional Grating Turret•1
(SR-ASM-0085)
Model Sideinputport
Directinputport
Directoutputport
Sideoutputport
Motorizedflippermirror
SR-750-A Manual slit - Camera - -
SR-750-B1 Manual slit - Camera Manual slit √
SR-750-B2 Manual slit - Camera Camera √
SR-750-C Manual slit Manual slit Camera - √
SR-750-D1 Manual slit Manual slit Camera Manual slit √
SR-750-D2 Manual slit Manual slit Camera Camera √
SR-750-X-SIL Protected silver coated optics options for models shown above (replace X with relevant model number)
Step 1 - Chassis Configuration
Ordering Information
Optics Coatings Reflectivity Graph
100Optics coatings reflectivity data
96
98
100Optics coatings reflectivity data
Protected silver coated optics
94
96
98
100Optics coatings reflectivity data
Protected silver coated optics
92
94
96
98
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y (%
)
Optics coatings reflectivity data
Protected silver coated optics
88
90
92
94
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98
100
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lect
ivity
(%
)
Optics coatings reflectivity data
Aluminium & MgF2
Protected silver coated optics
86
88
90
92
94
96
98
100
Ref
lect
ivity
(%
)
Optics coatings reflectivity data
Aluminium & MgF2
Protected silver coated optics
84
86
88
90
92
94
96
98
100
Ref
lect
ivity
(%
)
Optics coatings reflectivity data
Aluminium & MgF2
Protected silver coated optics
82
84
86
88
90
92
94
96
98
100
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lect
ivity
(%
)
Optics coatings reflectivity data
Aluminium & MgF2
Protected silver coated optics
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82
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90
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98
100
200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000
Ref
lect
ivity
(%
)
Wavelength (nm)
Optics coatings reflectivity data
Aluminium & MgF2
Protected silver coated optics
80
82
84
86
88
90
92
94
96
98
100
200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000
Ref
lect
ivity
(%
)
Wavelength (nm)
Optics coatings reflectivity data
Aluminium & MgF2
Protected silver coated optics
The graph shows the standard Al + MgF2 optics coatings reflection
efficiency versus wavelengths.
Protected silver coated optics option is also available on request
for maximum efficiency in the NIR region and is recommended
for working with Andor iDus InGaAs detectors or IR single-point
detectors, such as MCT, PbS and InSb.
When choosing protected silver coatings, it is strongly
recommended to also order protectedsilvercoatedgratings for
maximum efficiency throughout the system.
New iStar I2C to BNC shutter cable (ELC-05323)
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Step 2a - Choosing The Right Platform vs Dispersion Requirements
Czerny-Turner spectrographs are designed to provide the best optical performance for a range of grating angles as reflected on the green parts of the
graph above. Outside this range, the spectral lines may exhibit a degree of optical aberration (such as coma), which will become more prominent at the
steeper angles. These configurations are reflected by the orange to red scales on the graph. In these regions, consideration should be given to higher
spectrograph focal length models with lower groove density gratings to achieve the desired resolution.
Grating(l/mm)
Shamrock 163 150 300 600 1200 1800(Holo) 2400(Holo)
Bandpass (nm)•3,•5 1072 529 256 117 68 56•6
Resolution (nm)•4,•5 1.57 0.77 0.37 0.17 0.10 0.08•6
Shamrock 303i
Bandpass (nm)•3,•5 600 297 144 67 39 32•6
Resolution (nm)•4,•5 0.88 0.43 0.21 0.10 0.06 0.05•6
Shamrock 500i
Bandpass (nm)•3,•5 357 177 86 40 26 19•6
Resolution (nm)•4,•5 0.52 0.26 0.13 0.06 0.04 0.03•6
Shamrock 750
Bandpass (nm)•3,•5 242 120 59 28 18 14•6
Resolution (nm)•4,•5 0.35 0.18 0.09 0.04 0.03 0.02•6
Where aberration is a concern for a particular experimental set-up, the table above shows resolution and band-pass performance for a variety
of alternative configurations. This should be used in conjunction with the graph above to assist in selecting the most appropriate Shamrock
spectrograph platform to meet resolution and band-pass needs, whilst minimising the risk of potential aberration.
Green
Aberration-free region
Orange
Possible impact on
system resolution
Red
Likely impact on system
resolution
Resolution calculator
andor.com/calculators
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Step 2b - Choosing The Right Grating vs Resolution & Band-pass
The Shamrock 750 features an innovative triple grating turret, designed to offer flexibility and control over your choice
and interchange of gratings. The triple grating turret can be easily and speedily removed, and replaced by an alternative
turret with new gratings. The intelligent design of the 750 means that only a simple offset adjustment is required once
the new turret and gratings are added. The 750 is shipped with the grating turret already in place, ensuring your system
is ready for use straight out of the box. Additional grating turrets are available with up to three pre-installed gratings (see
below for details). If the grating you require is not on the list, please contact Andor for further details. Additional grating
turrets (part number SR-ASM-0085) can also be supplied on request.
Lines/mm Blaze (nm) Nominal
dispersion(nm/mm)•7
Bandpass(nm)•3,•7
Resolution (nm)•4,•7,•10
Peak efficiency
(%)
Andor part number
Maximum recommended
wavelength (nm)
Maximum attainable
wavelength (nm)
150 300 8.78 243 0.36 72 SR5-GRT-0150-0300
6995 11440
150 500 8.76 242 0.35 73 SR5-GRT-0150-0500
150 800 8.72 241 0.35 80 SR5-GRT-0150-0800
150 1250 8.66 240 0.35 84 SR5-GRT-0150-1250
150 2000 8.53 236 0.35 88 SR5-GRT-0150-2000
300 300 4.38 121 0.18 88 SR5-GRT-0300-0300
3500 5720
300 500 4.35 120 0.18 81 SR5-GRT-0300-0500
300 1000 4.27 118 0.17 72 SR5-GRT-0300-1000
300 1200 4.23 117 0.17 92 SR5-GRT-0300-1200
300 1700 4.11 114 0.17 89 SR5-GRT-0300-1700
600 300 2.17 60 0.09 84 SR5-GRT-0600-0300
1750 2860
600 500 2.13 59 0.09 72 SR5-GRT-0600-0500
600 1000 2.01 56 0.08 72 SR5-GRT-0600-1000
600 1200 1.95 54 0.08 88 SR5-GRT-0600-1200
6001900 1.64 45 0.07•9
88 SR5-GRT-0600-1900(@1600)•8 1.79 49 0.07
1200 300 1.06 29 0.04 72 SR5-GRT-1200-0300
875 1430
1200 500 1.01 28 0.04 81 SR5-GRT-1200-0500
12001000 0.79 22 0.03•9 69
SR5-GRT-1200-1000(@ 800)•8 0.89 25 0.04 69
1200 Holographic (500 nm peak) 1.00 28 0.04•9 81 SR5-GRT-1200-EH*
1800 Holographic (250 nm peak) 0.69 19 0.03 62 SR5-GRT-1800-DH
585 9551800 Holographic
(380 nm peak) 0.66 18 0.03 70 SR5-GRT-1800-FH
2400 300 0.49 13 0.02 68 SR5-GRT-2400-0300
435 7152400 Holographic (220 nm peak) 0.51 14 0.02 68 SR5-GRT-2400-BH
2400 Holographic (400 nm peak) 0.45 12 0.02 73 SR5-GRT-2400-GH
Mirror UV-VIS - - - SR5-GRT-MR-AL-- -
Mirror VIS-NIR - - - SR5-GRT-MR-SILVER
*Optionforminimizedscatteredlight.
Need to have maximum collection efficiency in the NIR/SWIR? All gratings are also available with protected silver
coating. Please contact your local representative for further information.
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Step 2c - Selecting The Correct Grating Efficiency Option All graphs shown below represent efficiency for 45° polarisation
405060708090
100
cien
cy (%
)
600 l/mm - Ruled
1200 nm
1900 nm300 nm
1000 nm
500 nm
0102030405060
200 500 800 1100 1400 1700 2000 2300
Effic
ienc
y
Wavelength (nm)
1000 nm
405060708090
100
cien
cy (%
)
150 l/mm - Ruled
1250 nm 2000 nm
300 nm800 nm
0102030405060
200 500 800 1100 1400 1700 2000 2300
Effic
ienc
y
Wavelength (nm)
500 nm
405060708090
100
cien
cy (%
)
300 l/mm - Ruled
1200 nm
1700 nm
300 nm500 nm
0102030405060
200 500 800 1100 1400 1700 2000 2300
Effic
ienc
y
Wavelength (nm)
1000 nm
5060708090
100
ncy
(%)
1200 l/mm - Ruled & Holographic
300 nm
1000 nm
Holographic (EH)Optimised for 360 - 920 nm500 nm
010203040506070
200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800
Effic
ienc
y (%
)
Wavelength (nm)
1000 nm
200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800Wavelength (nm)
405060708090
100
cien
cy (%
)
2400 l/mm - Ruled & Holographic
Holographic (GH)Optimised for 250 - 800 nm
Holographic (BH)Optimised for 190 - 800 nm
0102030405060
200 350 500 650 800 950
Effic
ienc
y
Wavelength (nm)
300 nm
405060708090
100
cien
cy (%
)
1800 l/mm - Holographic
Holographic (FH)Optimised for 360 - 1100 nm
Holographic (DH)Optimised for 190 - 800 nm
0102030405060
200 400 600 800 1000 1200
Effic
ienc
y
Wavelength (nm)
Optimised for 190 - 800 nm
Important ConsiderationSystem throughput is dependent on the grating’s angle of operation and may decrease with higher grating operating angles.
1750 2125 875 1060 1430
585 435710 530955 715
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Step 3 - Selecting The Correct Light Coupling InterfacesHow to customize the Shamrock 750 (Side Entrance Port) :
Side input port (applicable to all models)
Spacer (Standard) Filter Wheel Assembly (ACC-SR-ASZ-7005)
Motorized Slit Assembly•13
(SR-ASZ-0035)inc 6 x 4 mm (W x H)
Cover Plate
Manual Slit Assembly•13
(Standard)inc 6 x 4 mm (W x H)
Cover Plate
Cover Plate for Motorized Slit(See page 10 Section A: Slit Covers)
Cover Plate for Manual Slit(See page 10 Section A: Slit Covers)
Neutral Density Filters•12
Long Pass Filters•12
Short Pass Filters•12 Raman Edge Filters•12
X-Y Adjustable Fibre Adapter(See page 10 Section B:Direct X-Y fibre couplers)
F/# Matcher for NA = 0.22 Fibre
(SR-ASM-0040)•11Sample Chamber
(ACC-SR-ASZ-0056)•12
X-Y Adjustable Fibre Adapter
(See page 10 Section C: X-Y fibre couplers with slit assembly)
Fibre Ferrule (SR-OPT-80XX)•12
X Adjustable Fibre Adapter, Ferrule Input
(SR-ASM-8006)
Fixed Fibre Adapter,Ferrule Input
(SR-ASM-8001)
SMA Adapter for F/# Matcher(SR-ASM-0041)
SMA - SMA Fibre (50 µm: ACC-ME-OPT-8004)
(100 µm: SR-OPT-8039)
FC Adapter for F/# Matcher
(SR-ASM-0064)•12F-Mount Lens•12
Cage System (Please refer
to Thorlabs or Linos catalogue)
F-Mount Camera Lens
Adapter (SR-ASM-0013)
Pen-Ray Lamp Mount (SR-ASM-0014)
Pen-Ray Lamp•12 Hg-Ar, Hg-Ne,
Ar, Kr, Ne
1.5” Flange Adapter for Newport Oriel
Accessories (SR-ASM-0002)
Optical Cage System Adapter (SR-ASM-0065)
Cage system microscope flange (TR-XXXX-CAGE-ADP)•12
C-Mount Lens (OL-XXXX-XXX)•12
C-Mount Adapter (SR-ASM-0021)
SR-ASZ-0079 Optical Relay
Fixed FC Fibre Adapter
(SR-ASM-8011)
Fixed SMA Fibre Adapter
(ACC-SR-ASM-8003)
Y Adjustable ‘Fast Kinetics’ Fibre Adapter, SMA Input
(SR-ASM-8012)
SMA Fibre (50 µm: ACC-ME-OPT-8004)
(100 µm: SR-OPT-8039)
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Step 3 - Selecting The Correct Light Coupling InterfacesHow to customize the Shamrock 750 (Direct Entrance Port):
Motorized Slit Assembly•13
(SR-ASZ-0032)inc 6 x 4 mm (W x H)
Cover Plate
Manual Slit Assembly•13
(Standard)inc 6 x 4 mm (W x H)
Cover Plate
Cover Plate for Motorized Slit(See page 10 Section A: Slit Covers)
Cover Plate for Manual Slit(See page 10 Section A: Slit Covers)
Direct input port (applicable to C & D models)
F/# Matcher for NA = 0.22 Fibre
(SR-ASM-0040)•11
X-Y Adjustable Fibre Adapter
(See page 10 Section C: X-Y fibre couplers with slit assembly)
Fibre Ferrule (SR-OPT-80XX)•12
X Adjustable Fibre Adapter, Ferrule Input
(SR-ASM-8006)
Fixed Fibre Adapter,Ferrule Input
(SR-ASM-8001)
SMA Adapter for F/# Matcher(SR-ASM-0041)
SMA - SMA Fibre (50 µm: ACC-ME-OPT-8004)
(100 µm: SR-OPT-8039)
FC Adapter for F/# Matcher
(SR-ASM-0064)•12
X-Y Adjustable Fibre Adapter(See page 10 Section B: Direct X-Y fibre couplers)
F-Mount Lens•12
F-Mount Camera Lens
Adapter (SR-ASM-0013)
Pen-Ray Lamp Mount (SR-ASM-0014)
Pen-Ray Lamp•12 Hg-Ar, Hg-Ne,
Ar, Kr, Ne
1.5” Flange Adapter for Newport Oriel
Accessories (SR-ASM-0002)
C-Mount Lens (OL-XXXX-XXX)•12
C-Mount Adapter (SR-ASM-0021)
SR-ASZ-0079 Optical Relay
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Lens-based Multi-track, Imaging Correction Flange
(SR-ASZ-0033)•15,•18
Step 4 - Cameras & Output Port FlangesHow to customize the Shamrock 750:
Side Output Port (Applicable to B & D models)
Direct Detector Output Port
iKon-M Mounting Flange (MFL-SR500-IKONM)•15 iXon Mounting Flange (MFL-SR500-IXON)•15
iXon 888 Mounting Flange (MFL-SR500-888)•15
Output Port Motorized Slit Assembly•13 (SR-ASZ-0036)
inc 6 x 4 mm (W x H)Cover Plate
Manual Adjustable Slit Assembly•13
(Standard)inc 6 x 4 mm (W x H)
Cover Plate
Manual Adjustable Slit Assembly•13
(SR-ASZ-0030)inc 6 x 4 mm (W x H)
Cover Plate
Multi-channel Detector Flange to Slit Adapter Plate•14
(SR-ASM-0062)
Multi-channel Detector Flange
(MFL-SR500) (To be ordered seperately)
Cover Plate for Motorized Slit Assembly
(See page 10 Section A: Slit Covers)
Cover Plate for Manual Adjustable Slit Assembly
(See page 10 Section A: Slit Covers)
Cover Plate for Manual Adjustable Slit Assembly
(See page 10 Section A: Slit Covers)
Sample Chamber (ACC-SR-ASZ-0056)•12
C-Mount Adapter (SR-ASM-0021)
Please refer to the dedicated “Scanning Monochromator
Accessories” Specifications Sheet
Scanning Monochromator
Accessories
X-Y Adjustable Fibre Adapter(See page 10 Section B:Direct X-Y fibre couplers)
X-Y Adjustable Fibre Adapter(See page 10 Section B:Direct X-Y fibre couplers)
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CoverPlateAperturesforMotorizedSlit
PartNo. Size
SR-ASM-0016•16 6 x 4 mm (W x H)
SR-ASM-0017 6 x 6 mm (W x H)
SR-ASM-0010 6 x 8 mm (W x H)
SR-ASM-0011 6 x 14 mm (W x H)
SR-ASM-0015•17 Ø 15 mm
CoverPlateAperturesforManualSlit
PartNo. Size
SR-ASM-0025 6 x 4 mm (W x H)
SR-ASM-0026 6 x 6 mm (W x H)
SR-ASM-0027 6 x 8 mm (W x H)
SR-ASM-0028 6 x 10 mm (W x H)
SR-ASM-0029•16 6 x 14 mm (W x H)
SR-ASM-0067•17 Ø 15 mm
A: Slit Covers
Fibre Ferrule (SR-OPT-80XX)•12
FC: SR-ASM-8056•12 SMA: SR-ASM-8052
Ferrule SR-ASM-8069
SMA - SMA Fibre (50 µm: ACC-ME-OPT-8004)
(100 µm: SR-OPT-8039)
FC upgrade: ACC-FC-SLIT-APTSMA upgrade: ACC-SMA-SLIT-APTFerrule upgrade: ACC-FERRULE-SLIT-APT
C: X-Y Fibre Couplers (with Slit Assembly)
FC: SR-ASM-8053•12
FC-APC: SR-ASM-8055•12
SMA: SR-ASM-8054
FC upgrade: ACC-FC-DIRECT-APTFC/APC upgrade: ACC-FCAPC-DIRECT-APT
SMA upgrade: ACC-SMA-DIRECT-APT
Fibre Ferrule (SR-OPT-80XX)•12
SMA - SMA Fibre (50 µm: ACC-ME-OPT-8004)
(100 µm: SR-OPT-8039)
Ferrule: SR-ASM-8057
B: Direct X-Y Fibre Couplers
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Solis dedicated spectroscopy acquisition interface and hardware control panel Solis Scanning software interface
TheShamrock750requiresatleastoneofthefollowingsoftwareoptions:
1-SolisSpectroscopy A 32-bit Windows application (XP, Vista and 7) offering rich functionality for data acquisition and processing, as well as Andor
cameras, spectrograph and motorized accessories simultaneous control. AndorBasic provides macro language control of data acquisition, processing,
display and export.
2-StandaloneSolisSpectroscopyGUI for standalone spectrograph operation
3-AndorSDK software development kit that allows you to control the Andor range of Shamrock spectrographs from your own application.
Compatible as 32 bit libraries for Windows (XP, Vista and 7). Compatible with C/C++, C#, VB6 and LabVIEW.
4-SolisScanning Dedicated interface for scanning monchromator acquisitions, including comprehensive experimental set-ups builder. Simultaneous
control of single point detector Shamrock monochromator and motorized accessories.
(a) Slit drive: Control the spectrograph slit width - drag blades on icon or type in required slit width(b) Flipper motor: Used to select the appropriate exit port(c) Shutter: Synchronization mode selection for shutter operation(d) Filter wheel: Used to select a particular filter on the filter wheel - just click on the desired filter position(e) Grating turret: Used for setting grating turret to a new position and bringing desired grating in the optical path - just click on the desired grating
RealTimeControl
(a) (b) (c) (d) (e)
Exposure time: Sets the exposure time for the detector - quick access for easy acquisition optimization
Wavelength drive: Sets the wavelength range for the current grating - drag slider to desired wavelength or just type in appropriate value
Step 5 - Selecting A Software Option
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Optical Axis
The optical path height is shown with standard feet attached.
Product DrawingsDimensions in mm [inches]
146
[5.7
5]
Focal Plane10.0 [0.39]
92.5 [3.64]OPT
ICA
L H
EIG
HT
OPT
ICA
L H
EIG
HT
4 offMounting Holes6x32UNC
338.0
[3.54]
[2.0
5] [13.31]
146
[5.7
5]
97.0 [3.82]
52.0
90.0
373.0 [14.68]
213.
5
837.3
202.
0
[32.97]
800.0 [31.5]
Connecting to the Shamrock 750
USBShamrockControl
Connector type: USB ‘B’ type
ShutterControl
Connector type: BNC Female, 50 Ω
Shutter SpecificationsMaximum repetition rate 2 Hz
Minimum open/close time 15 ms
Minimum lifetime Better than 100K cycles
ScrewTypeRequirements
CCD flange to Spectrograph flange 4 off, M4 x 16
Camera to CCD flange 4 off, M3 x 10
iXon camera to iXon flange 4 off, M5 x 10, countersunk, hex head
Applications GuideAbsorption-Transmission-Reflection
Raman (Stimulated, Resonance, CARS, SERS, SORS, TERS)
Fluorescence -Luminescence
Photon Counting
Single Molecule Spectroscopy
Plasma Studies & LIBS
Plasmonics
Third-angle projection
Wavelength Drive PerformanceWavelength accuracy •20
Center 0.03 nm
Wavelength repeatability •21 10 pm
Wavelength Side AccuracyWavelength side accuracy •22 0.08 nm
Optical PropertyFocal plane size (mm, W x H) 28 x 14
Stray light •19
FVB (1 nm from laser)FVB (10 nm from laser)
1 mm strip (1 nm from laser)1 mm strip (10 nm from laser)
1.1 x 10-4
2.6 x 10-5
1.1 x 10-4
2.6 x 10-5
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Typical Setup - Spectroscopy
AlternativeDetector
(e.g.iDusInGaAs)
PC
SoftwareCD
Lamp
NewtonEMCCD
Shamrock750Spectrograph
Lens
Imaging, or multi-track, refers to the ability - in the context of a spectrograph - to isolate a series of individual, vertically-stacked spectrum channels with minimum cross-talk.
Czerny-Turner spectrographs are based on off-axis imaging, which introduces distortion at the output focal plane due to aberrations. The introduction of toroidal optics to correct for these aberrations is common for instrument with shorter focal length, i.e. below 600 mm. These ‘imaging’ correction optics effectively pull together the focal plane of best spectral and best spatial resolutions, known respectively as the tangential and sagittal planes.
However, greater focal length spectrographs, such as Shamrock 750, are principally used for very high spectral resolution from a single spectrum. These instruments are therefore based on classical spherical mirrors and lead to some elongation of the signal in the vertical/imaging axis as shown on Figure 1a, hence limiting stacking of multiple spectral channels.
Andor’s optional accessory, SR-ASZ-0033, allows correction of the optical line elongation as shown on Figure 1b, whilst maintaining the spectral resolution performance of the system. Moreover, this accessory introduces a demagnification of around 0.75 therefore increasing the possible density of tracks in the vertical/imaging direction.
Figure 2 illustrates this optical improvement through the use of a broadband source, showing the well-defined narrow channels with minimum cross-talk.
Please contact your local sales representative for further information on high-density, multi-channel fibre-optics.
Figure 1. Images produced at the exit of the Shamrock 750 with light from a Mercury source (577 and 579 nm lines) and 100 µm core fibre-optic. a. Shows elongation of spectral lines when using the standard Shamrock 750 spherical mirrors - well suited to high-resolution, single spectrum acquisition. b. Shows demagnification of spectral lines with optional correction optics SR-ASZ-0033 - this allows stacking of multiple spectral channels with minimum vertical cross-talk and with no impact on spectral resolution.
Figure 2. Image produced at the exit of the Shamrock 750 with a combination of broadband and Mercury light sources. A 5-way, 100 µm core fibre-optic assembly was used at the entrance of the spectrograph.
Multi-track Capabilities
Shamrock 750 750 mm focal length, motorized, Czerny-Turner Spectrograph
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SShamrock750SS 1112 R1
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Operating&StorageConditions
Operating Temperature 0°C to 30°C ambient
Relative Humidity < 70% (non-condensing)
Storage Temperature -25°C to 50°C
PowerRequirements
110 - 240 Vac, 50 - 60 Hz
1x 3 m USB 2.0 cable Type A à Type B
1x Power supply with 3 m mains cable
1x CD containing Andor user guides
1x Individual system performance booklet
1x CD containing either Solis software or SDK
(if requested at time of order)
1x Allen key set (2 mm, 3 mm & 5 mm)
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Footnotes: Specificationsaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice
1. In the case of a multiple grating turret order, please specify desired grating configuration for each turret.2. SR-SHT-9002 calls for 1x shutter. For dual input port options (C, D1 & D2) it is recommended to order a
shutter for each port. Shutter operation only requires BNC to SMB cable from USB cameras or BNC to BNC cable from IO box for PCI iStar.
3. Typical values quoted with 27.6 mm wide CCD, e.g. Newton DU940. 4. Typical values quoted with 10 μm slit and 13.5 μm pixel CCD, e.g. Newton DU940.5. Typical values quoted at 500 nm centre wavelength.6. Typical values quoted at 300 nm centre wavelength.7. Typical values quoted at maximum efficiency wavelength or blaze wavelength unless otherwise stated..8. Wavelength within the recommended operating spectral region. 9. Indicative values; the working range of these gratings is principally in the region where optical aberrations may alter
the system resolution performance quoted.10. Values shown are representative of a triple grating system, where resolution has been Optimized to give the best
performance for the three gratings and across the full recommended wavelength range. Useful signal is assumed to be imaged on the entire height of a 6.9 mm sensor (i.e. Newton DU940) and fully vertically binned.
11. Please refer to F/# matcher specification sheet for magnification considerations.12. Please refer to the local sales representative or website for further information on available options and
complimentary accessories.13. Slit widths range from 10 μm to 2.5 mm.14. For B2 and D2 configurations only - to be ordered separately.15. Please specify relevant port at time of order. 16. Provided as standard.17. Recommended for use with fibre-optics and C-mount accessories.18. Please refer to Shamrock 750 multi-track, imaging technical section for further information.19. Measured with a 633 nm laser and a 1200 l/mm grating for Full Vertical Binning (FVB) on a 6.9 mm high
sensor, and a 1 mm strip vertically centred on the optical axis.20. Average measurements using > 30 calibration lines, covering the recommended grating angle operating
range with a 1200 l/mm grating.21. The standard deviation of 20 measurements of a peak’s centre-of-mass position: between each
measurement the drive is moved 10x including both wavelength and grating changes to reflect typical use.22. Side accuracy measured using a 27.6 mm wide sensor, reflecting the dispersion calibration and step-and-
glue accuracy.